World Power Plants

PGE Energia Ciepla Oddzial nr 1 w Krakowie460 MW Steenkool

CoalGeverifieerd: feb 2026

PGE Energia Ciepła Oddział nr 1 w Krakowie is a significant coal-fired power generation facility located in Poland, specifically at coordinates 50.0538, 20.0142. With a capacity of 460 MW, this power plant plays a vital role in the regional energy mix, ensuring a steady supply of electricity to the local grid. Operated by PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna S.A., the plant is an essential contributor to the energy needs of Kraków and its surrounding areas. Commissioned in 1986, the facility employs traditional coal combustion technology, converting coal into thermal energy to produce electricity. This method, while effective, aligns with the ongoing discussions in Poland regarding energy transition and the shift towards cleaner energy sources. The operational context of PGE Energia Ciepła is particularly important as Poland continues to navigate its energy policies, with an emphasis on reducing carbon emissions and increasing the share of renewable energy. The facility's location is strategic, as it supports both residential and industrial energy demands in the region, making it crucial for maintaining grid reliability. As Poland works toward achieving its climate goals, the PGE Energia Ciepła plant serves as a reminder of the country's energy legacy while also highlighting the need for sustainable approaches to future energy generation.

Capaciteit
460 MW
Jaar van ingebruikname
1986

40 jaar oud

Eigenaar
PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna S.A.
Locatie
50.0538°, 20.0142°

Polen, Europe

Locatie

Coördinaten:: 50.053808, 20.014240
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.82 Mt
2216 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
72.69 Mt
Over 40 years of operation
Closing Soon
2026
Expected to retire this year
Annual emissions equivalent to
395.1K
cars per year
242.3K
homes per year
82.6M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technische details

Primair brandstoftype
Coal
Energiebron
Niet-hernieuwbaar
Land
Polen
Continent
Europe
Gegevensbron
Globale Database van Energiecentrales

PolenEnergieprofiel

318
Totaal centrales
82.7 GW
Totale capaciteit
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